1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 257 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Acura ILX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2013 Acura ILX has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura ILX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Concerto | ILX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |